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2024 Spring Season

WELCOME TO THE 2024 SPRING SEASON!

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Click link below to register.


Spring Season 2024 Registration Costs 

6U $125*

8U-14U $285*

*A $40 Fundraiser fee will be added to your registration amount at checkout. After practices begin, families will receive eight $5 tickets that they can keep or sell to recoup that $40 fee.

10% Sibling Discount

**Players who register after December 31st are not guaranteed placement.** 

**14u may fill and close early due to coach availability.**

The Registration fee includes USA Softball membership, field costs, umpire fees, team photo, uniform (jersey, softball pants, softball socks) and yearbook.

January 12th will be the last day to request a full refund.


SPRING 2024 AGE DIVISIONS

6u: 9/1/2016 to 6/30/2019*

8u: 9/1/2014 to 8/31/2016 

10u: 9/1/2012 to 8/31/2014 

12u: 9/1/2010 to 8/31/2012 

14u: 9/1/2008 to 8/31/2010 

*Players who are already 7 or will turn 7 during the spring season, and have at least one season of prior 6u Softball experience, may choose to play in the 8u age division at parent discretion. 


APPLY TO MANAGE A 2024 SPRING TEAM

Managers are the equivalent of a head coach who is responsible for overseeing and making final decisions on all aspects of on-field team strategy, lineup selection, training and instruction. 

TGS is seeking dedicated Managers for the Spring 2024 Season. Please CLICK HERE to apply. Applications are due January 7, 2024. Selections will be announced January 9, 2023. All 8u-14u coaches must be available for evaluations on January 13, 2024.


2024 Spring Dates - Subject to change. More Dates will be added as spring season planning continues.

DATE EVENT
January 1, 2024 Guaranteed Registration Closes
January 13, 2024 Evaluations- Required for All Players
January 14, 2024 Select Tryouts
January 16-18, 2024 Team Drafts - Coaches Only
January 26, 2024 6u Meet and Greet
January 27, 2024 USA Softball Coaches Clinic
January 28, 2024 Select Practices Start
January 29, 2024 All Practices Start
February 24, 2024 Opening Day
March 30, 2024 Easter at TGS
April 27, 2024 End of Season Tournament Games
April 28, 2024 Angels Day
April 30, 2024 EOS Tournament Championship Games
May 4, 2024 Closing Ceremonies & Coach Game

SPRING SEASON INFORMATION

  • 6U will practice once per week and play one game on Saturdays.
  • 8U-14U will practice twice per week until games start. When games start they will practice once per week, play one weeknight game, and one Saturday game per week. Weeknight game schedule below. An optional cage day may be introduced.
  • Teams are drafted with the goal of creating even teams. Players participate in an evaluation so we can access skill level prior to the draft. There are no refunds after teams are drafted.
  • Games start on Opening Day, February 24, 2024 and conclude by the first week of May. Closing Ceremonies are May 4th.
  • Games are played at Columbus Tustin Park. Practices could be conducted at Columbus Tustin Park, Veterans Sports Park or Tustin Sports Park. Upper Divisions may travel to play in adjacent cities.
  • Families are required to volunteer at least 4 points per player or "buyout". CLICK HERE to view the Fall 2023 Volunteer Policy. Spring 2024 policy will be published after November 5th, 2023.
  • Families are required to fundraise. Fundraising information coming soon.

 


Spring Season Game Days

6U: Saturdays

8U: Tuesday Evenings and Saturdays

10U: Monday Evenings and Saturdays

12U: Thursday Evenings and Saturdays

14U: Double header games on Saturdays

Select: Double header games on Sundays (in addition to Rec games)


SPRING SELECT 2024

For girls who are looking for additional competitive play, select teams may be a fun way to get in extra games for your passionate player.

A Spring Select Team is a collaboration of TGS players from all recreation teams who are interested in playing at a more competitive level against other Select teams from leagues all over Orange County and surrounding counties. 

Select Select teams are formed after a tryout and will play double headers on Sundays in addition to their weeknight and Saturday games. 

Select tryouts will be January 14th. Schedule to be announced closer to the date on the website and through social media.

Coaches: Please apply HERE to coach a Spring 2024 Select Team.

CLICK HERE for more information about the 2024 Spring Select program.


Spring 2024 FAQ's

If you do not see your question below please feel free to submit your question to our Registrar at registrar@tustingirlssoftball.com.

1) Where are games and practices located?

During the Spring Season, home games are held at Columbus Tustin Park (CT) located at 14712 Prospect Avenue. 6U games will be played at CT.  8U-14U games will be played at CT or in adjacent cities such as Irvine or Newport Beach.  Practices are held at Columbus Tustin Park, Veterans Sports Park (VSP), or Tustin Sports Park (TSP).

2) How often will the girls practice? How often are games?

The number of practice sessions each week depends on the age division. 6U will practice one night a week with a weekly game on Saturday. Upper divisions typically practice twice a week until games start, then practice once a week from then on.  8u-14u games are twice a week: one weeknight game and one Saturday game. A practice schedule will become available in late January once teams are formed. Managers (head coaches) create their own practice schedules so we will not know when your practice is until your team is drafted.

3) Will there be any additional fees?

Each team usually collects a small amount of money at the start of the season to cover additional costs such as a team banner to display at games, team socks, hair bows, and the team party. This fee is usually about $50 per player.

4) Can I request a buddy or a particular coach?

Yes. The 6U division is grouped geographically, by coach request, and buddy request. We try as much as possible to have girls play with their friends.

TGS cannot accept buddy or coach requests for 8U-14U. Team equality is our top priority. Coaches draft their own teams. With that said, please make your requests to registrar@tustingirlssoftball.com and we will notify coaches of those requests during the draft.

5) How are the 8U-14U teams formed?

8U though 14U will start the season with an on-field evaluation in early January. All girls go through the evaluation process which allows the league to rate the girls’ skill level. These evaluations allow for teams to be evenly drafted by our coaches. All registered players will be placed on a team. The drafting of teams takes place in mid-January and the coaches will contact their teams shortly thereafter.

6) What is provided in the league uniform?

The Spring Season uniform provided by the league consists of a team jersey and pants. Sample uniforms will be made available to be sure your player orders the right size. Team moms will provide more information after teams are formed.

7) What equipment is needed?

The basic items your player needs are:

  • cleats (soccer cleats are acceptable in the younger age divisions)

  • helmet with an USA Softball approved face cage and chin strap

  • USA Softball approved bat

  • softball glove 

*Fielding face masks are highly recommended for pitchers and infielders.

The helmet can be purchased at any sporting goods store. The helmet must be worn while the batter is on deck, batting, or running the bases. The bat should come up to the child’s waist when placed on the ground next to the leg. To determine the weight of the bat, the child should be able to hold it parallel to the ground in one hand without much effort. The bat must be printed with the ASA or USA Softball approval. A glove should be able to close around the size of the ball used in the age division in which they play. The 6U and 8U Divisions use a 10” yellow ball. The 10U Division uses an 11” yellow ball. The 12U and 14U Divisions use a 12” yellow ball.

8) Can my daughter “play up”? 

Girls are typically placed in the division which represents their current age, however, sometimes adjustments are made to play up or play down based upon safety concerns. The TGS Executive Board must approve any change in playing division and has the final decision. We recommend consulting president@tustingirlssfotball.com when deciding the best division for your player.  

9) What if I can't afford the fees for my daughter to play?

TGS offers a limited number of scholarships for financial hardships which are rewarded in order of receipt. Please review the scholarship application to see if you qualify. Completed applications should be emailed to registrar@tustingirlssoftball.com for consideration.

10) Does TGS offer a sibling discount?

TGS does offer a sibling discount. Our online registration system will automatically discount 10% off any additional siblings registered during the same transaction. Please contact registrar@tustingirlssoftball.com should you experience any issues.

11) Will I have to fund raise?

Yes. Our registration fees do not cover our annual operating expenses. This makes fundraising a critical component to our league's continued success. Every family is required to fund raise.

12) What is the TGS Refund Policy?

We understand that there are unforeseen circumstances which may lead you to decide to withdraw your player registration. Please keep in mind that this decision not only impacts the league financially, but it also affects team balancing and formation.

Players have until January 12th to request a refund. TGS will charge a $25 administrative fee. There are NO REFUNDS after January 12th.

13) What is the volunteer commitment?

We value our volunteers and depend on them to create the incredible TGS environment we hold so dear. Whether you volunteer your time coaching, prepping fields, being a team mom, or working the snack bar... YOU make a difference in our league. Each family must complete four (4) volunteer points per player, up to two players.